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This versatile vegetable dish frequently features beans and sweet corn, but part of its appeal is that anything goes. Anney and Lauren take a fresh look at the history and cultures behind succotash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This carbonated beverage made from the tender tips of new spruce branches can be alcoholic or not – but it’s always a bit bracing. Anney and Lauren stick it out through the science and history of spruce beer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These thin, crisp sandwich cookies with a chewy caramel center are a favorite snack of café patrons and endurance athletes alike. Anney and Lauren iron out the science and history of stroopwafels.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These golden yellow hand pies are a savory comfort food that’s traveled around the world. Anney and Lauren fill out the history and cultures behind Jamaican patties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayfinder invites you to indulge in the art of travel through story, sensation, and self-discovery. Hosted by Daniel Scheffler, veteran travel writer, this immersive new series ventures beyond guidebooks and itineraries into the transformative journeys that reshape how we see the world and ourselves.   Rediscover the beauty and awe-inspiring moments that define life-changing travel. From swimming with whales in Tahiti to savoring local flavors and hidden traditions in Tunisia, each episode captures the heart and humor of adventure through the eyes of real travelers.   Every other week, join Daniel as he explores the experiences that can only be found when we follow our senses, trust our inner compass, and let curiosity lead the way.   Check out Daniel Scheffler's Substack: https://withoutmaps.substack.com/about Follow iHeart's Ruby Studio: https://www.instagram.com/rubyiheart/?hl=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They explore how jasmine tea is made, from night-blooming jasmine harvests to traditional scenting techniques. The chemistry of jasmine aroma and how modern methods and extracts change flavor get attention. History and cultural roles are traced, including Fujian origins, diplomatic gifting, and global spread. Brewing tips and surprising uses like milk and bubble tea rounds out the conversation.

The seemingly humble garden pea has soil superpowers, caused a medieval craze, and drove Orson Welles to distraction. Come along with Anney and Lauren as they give world peas a chance in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This brand of candy – with crisp layers of peanut buttery toffee and a chocolatey coating – is almost as memorable for its marketing as it is its signature crunch. Anney and Lauren don’t fumble the science and history of Butterfinger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Halloween tradition has many roots and can take many forms. Anney and Lauren dig into the tricky history and cultures behind trick-or-treating.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The meat and tomalley from this large, squat crab are considered delicacies – partially because their populations are slightly mysterious. Anney and Lauren dip into the biology and history of the Dungeness crab.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.